Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede Appointed as Non-Executive Chairman of Access Holdings Plc

Access Holdings Plc has announced the appointment of Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede as their new Non-Executive Chairman, succeeding Abubakar Jimoh in the position. Jimoh will continue to serve on the Board as an Independent Non-Executive Director.

The decision comes after the recent burial of the former Group Chief Executive Officer, Herbert Wigwe, following a tragic helicopter crash. In a statement signed by the company secretary, Sunday Ekwochi, Access Holdings Plc revealed the return of Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede, the pioneering Group Managing Director/CEO of Access Bank, as the new Holdco chairman.

This marks a significant change for the company since the unfortunate incident. Aig-Imoukhuede, an acclaimed Nigerian investor, banker, and philanthropist, brings with him a wealth of experience in the financial sector.

Throughout his illustrious career, Aig-Imoukhuede has been a key figure in the banking and finance industry for over three decades. He played a pivotal role in the transformation of Access Bank from a minor player to a leading financial institution with a strong presence in multiple African countries and the United Kingdom.

Aside from his banking endeavors, Aigboje Aig-Imoukhuede is also known for his involvement in various financial market associations such as the FMDA and the FMDQ Securities Exchange. He has been recognized for his contributions to sustainable banking practices and national development in Nigeria.

As the newly appointed Non-Executive Chairman of Access Holdings Plc, Aig-Imoukhuede’s leadership is expected to steer the company towards continued growth and success in the dynamic business landscape.